Cheap Homes for Rent in the Mid City South Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $700 (18 Rentals)

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Baton Rouge's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Mid City South, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mid City South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mid City South area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakland Apartments & Cottages priced from $625. Progress Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $630. Here are the most affordable Mid City South apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakland Apartments & CottagesApartment1BR,1BA$625
Progress ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$630
The Villas1 bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Dali Place2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$725
Palmer Club1L1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid City South, LA

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mid City South area is the $0.74 price per square foot Four Bedroom Two Bath Model at College Park Apartments in the in the Valley Park neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Mid City South apartment is the Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome w W/D Model at Patiohouse Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $0.78 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mid City South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
College Park ApartmentsFour Bedroom Two Bath4BR,2BA$0.74
Patiohouse ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome w W/D2BR,1.5BA$0.78
Maison Bocage ApartmentsHawthorne2BR,2BA$1.19
Goodwood Court at Mid-CityB22BR,1.5BA$1.00
The Villas2 bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$0.92
Dali Place3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$1.06
Bienville TowersOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.10
Oakland Apartments & CottagesCottage1BR,1BA$0.93
Progress ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.94
Bellecour Crossings1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20

Academics, Apartments, and Authentic Jambalaya: Living the College Rental Life in Baton Rouge

Discover Baton Rouge's big-city vibe, historic charm, and famous Cajun/Creole cuisine. Your Local Expert explores LSU, Southern University, FranU, and more, helping you find the perfect diverse neighborhood and apartment to fit your student life and budget.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mid City South, Baton Rouge, LA

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Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mid City South

What type of rentals are currently available in Mid City South?

There are currently 143 Apartments for Rent in Mid City South, LA with pricing that ranges from $257 to $3,420. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mid City South ranging from $750 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mid City South?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mid City South ranges from $750 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,412.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mid City South?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mid City South range from $556 to $3,357, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.

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Academics, Apartments, and Authentic Jambalaya: Living the College Rental Life in Baton Rouge

Written by: Melissa Maxwell

I'm Melissa, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Baton Rouge. If you like a big city vibe with all the amenities but also like the vibe of a friendly, tight-knit community, Baton Rouge is the place for you.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.